Support to the EU Biotechnology and Biomanufacturing Initiative: scoping action

The main goal of this grant is to foster innovation in biotechnology and biomanufacturing to address economic security risks and global challenges, including climate change and biodiversity protection. The opportunity aims to increase the use of bio-based solutions, improve environmental sustainability, and develop a shared vision and research agenda for the EU. Focus areas include industrial, environmental, marine, and agri-food biotechnology, with a strong emphasis on sustainable biomass management, carbon removal, and the creation of circular, climate-neutral bio-based materials. International cooperation with countries like the United States, Japan, South Korea, and India is encouraged, alongside involvement from EU Member States and eligible non-EU partners.

• Projects must align with the focus areas of industrial, environmental, marine, or agri-food biotechnology (excluding health biotechnology).
• Proposals should address sustainable biomass management, carbon removal, or the development of innovative bio-based materials or products.
• Projects must contribute to environmental sustainability and circular, climate-neutral solutions.
• International cooperation is encouraged, particularly with specified partner countries.
• Projects should follow the required proposal format and page limits.
• Applicants must demonstrate financial and operational capacity.

Examples:

• Developing a new biomanufacturing process that uses agricultural waste to produce biodegradable plastics.
• Creating a marine biotechnology solution for carbon capture and storage.
• Piloting a circular bio-based product in collaboration with partners from the EU and Japan.

• Personnel costs for researchers and project staff
• Costs of equipment and materials used in the project
• Subcontracting necessary for project implementation
• Travel and accommodation for project-related activities
• Costs of consumables and supplies
• Costs for dissemination and communication of project results
• Costs for project management and coordination
• Costs for networking and collaboration activities
• Training and capacity-building expenses
• Indirect costs covered by the lump sum model

Note: All expenses must be covered under the lump sum contribution model. Restrictions may apply as defined in the Horizon Europe Programme guidelines.

• Budget for this Call: 2.000.000€
• Number of Grants attributed: 1
• Budget per project: 2.000.000€

• Applicants must be based in an EU Member State, an Associated Country, or a non-EU/non-Associated Country with specific funding provisions.
• Applicants must comply with the eligibility requirements outlined in the Horizon Europe Work Programme.
• Proposals must be submitted using the required format and within the page limits.
• Applicants must have the financial and operational capacity to carry out the project.
• International partnerships are encouraged, especially with specified countries (United States, Japan, South Korea, India).
• Applicants must follow all specific provisions for non-EU/non-Associated Countries as stated in the funding guide.
• Networks or consortia may be required for certain project types.